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for Eleanor Koenig
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John Prizzio
September 15, 2009
Nana,
Sorry I haven't written to you on here but haven't been able to find the words to write to you. It's approaching the one year anniversary you began you journey into the beyond and its still a bit surreal that you are gone.
We have had a lot of fun times together. Going to visit you in Arizona over february school vacation when i was in elementary school and showing us around your new state. Taking us to the parade in Wickinburg and also the movie studio in Tucson. Staying at Barbary Coast or Bally's (all i remember is the casino started with a B) in Vegas for a night.
Also, coming out again a few years later and you took me to a country bar and showed me how to line dance. I definitely know i got my travel genes from you.
I feel you watching over me and i want to thank you.
Hope you are having a great time up there with your friends playing gin and bingo.
I love you and miss you,
cole jean
September 14, 2009
Been almost a year. I am still sad. Cole Jean
Kristine Prizzio
May 27, 2009
Happy birthday Nana. I miss and love you so very much
Kathlelen Prizzio
May 27, 2009
It's your first birthday in Heaven
I know you're happy there
It just doesn't seem possible
Time has gone by so fast.
You're surrounded by those loved ones
Who left you so long ago
And you're watching over those you left
Smiling down from above.
It's your first birthday in Heaven
It doesn't feel right that this is so.
You should be here with your friends and family who all miss you as we do
Time stands still when realization hits
You've gone on to a better place
You're healthy and happy again...
But you're presence on Earth can never be replaced
It's your first birthday in Heaven
The first of many more yet to come
And though you're gone in body
Your spirit will forever live on.
Happy Birthday, Ma
Kathie & Jerry
May 17, 2009
I saw her tuesday - ayt Jamestown in the Indioan village - in the cnter of the compound she sat on a broad stump to rest - in her light aqua pants and a t shirt , with her short white hair - she sat with her hands on her knees, profiled to me, to rest [no dounbt while her family/grandchildren saw the sights] - the right size and shape and posture and hair -...OF Course - it wasn't her, and when she turned her face was someone elses - still she was there. Every day I miss you. Always I want to tell you ..... something, something I saw, you would like, you would understand, i missed you when Kelsey ran the curtains as stage 'crew', when cole is funny with his friend, when michael is suddenly taller than me and broadening. easpecially when we watche dthe WAR on PBS and the jokes and the stories of girls wanting to be pinups, and the kids dont get the humor or the nostalgis - and I miss you as we watched 'your time' and you weren't here to tell my children how it really was first hand. For all my sadness and missing you - also I know you are here with me, living in me in all I am and do and dream of being. Love - your baby.
David Morgan
May 11, 2009
Happy Mother's Day Nana. Everyone misses you.
Kathleen Prizzio
May 10, 2009
Happy Mother's Day In Heaven
How I'd love to touch your face
And talk with you once more
To hear your voice and see your smile
Watch you walk through my door.
What a joy it would be
To have you hold me close
And tell me that you love me
That's what I miss the most.
The little things that we would do
So close we were back then
It doesn't seem that long ago
You were my very best friend.
God has made a place for you
At His home in Heaven above
But you are always in my heart
And have my undivided love.
Oh Mom, how I love you
Miss you more and more each day
Please save a place up there for me
I'll be with you soon one day.
Kristine Prizzio
December 24, 2008
Merry Christmas Nana. I love and miss you.
Kathie
December 16, 2008
I miss you, Mom
Kristine Prizzio
November 25, 2008
Hope you have a wondering Thanksgiving in heaven. I will be thinking about you. I love and miss you dearly. Eat a lot of turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce.
Nana playing Dr. Mario in Everett, MA
Kristine Prizzio
October 20, 2008
I know that I have already signed the guest book. But I have a few funny stories to share.
When I was younger. Mom and I flew out to Phoenix, AZ to visit Nana. We were planning on doing a road trip to Nevada. We drove to Las Vegas so we can take in the sights. We stayed for a few days. On the drive home, I noticed that the road was a bit bumpy. I decided to turn around see what was wrong with the road. I started laughing, I told mom to see whats going on. Mom also started laughing. Mom tapped Nana on her shoulder and explained that she wasn't driving on the road, that she was actually on the median strip. Each and every time we saw Nana, Mom and I always mentioned that story and she always got a kick out of it and well as we did.
Another funny story. Nana took a few drives down to see us in Everett in her motor home. One of the times I believe this was in the late 80s early 90s. John and I had a Nintendo system with a few games. One of the nights I was saying goodnight to Nana and she was playing either Tetris or Dr Mario (she loved those puzzle type games). I woke up the next morning and she was still playing on the Nintendo. She had actually been playing through the entire night nonstop. Nana loved her games.
And also Nana, I just want to tell you again how much I love you and how much I miss you. You left us too soon. Keira sees a picture of you on my computer screen and she says oh look its Great Nana
Kathleen Prizzio
October 16, 2008
Ma,
One month today I got the phone call that turned my world upside down. It still seems surreal. I want to call you and then I stop and remember you're gone. There are a million questions in my head that will remain unanswered. I think what I will miss most about you were your hugs. I knew that if I was hurting (like now) that being in your arms was the safest place I could be. I miss you, Kathie
Sharon Patterson
October 14, 2008
Kathy:
This is beautiful site. I am so sorry for your lost. Please forgive me for not responding earlier, I just read your message: and shocked by the news of your mothers passing. I wish I would have known, she accepted me as her own child and I always feel that I am apart of the family. My new address is 1903 Lamont Court, Greensboro, NC 27405
I still have a boston number: 617-230-2469. I love you. Let me know if there is anything I can help with.
-Sharon
Naples, Florida 8/08
Loretta DeGrazia
October 13, 2008
I couldn't write anything for a long time but since today was my mother's 13th anniversary it gave me the reason to write some notes to one of dearest, longest, most loyal and person who was like a mother to me! My 30 years plus of Ellie were one of the most fulfilling and fun like experiences. From our first meetings @ Grimes Oil and out to the Tara and Ashmont Grill, along with her off to Arizona and stopping back by and parking in my lot while in MA. And than quarterly discussions of much I needed her to whip my staff into place(but most of all I missed her). We talked reguarly and came up with a plan that if I got her into housing(Quincy that is) than she'd come home. I made it my goal only if she agreed to come to work (part time only) cause of course she was retired now! I told her that if she came to work she was the boss and she could come and go as she pleased and SHE did! I loved it, from than on my staff knew she was my true friend, confidant and soon to spend the rest of her years with me in my blessings, with wings she & I would look after eachother while she residened in Quincy. My most treasured & memoriable keepsake was our last hurrah in Naples, Florida for 2 weeks which she had already told me next year she was coming for a month. WE laughed, swam, ate, drank, beached, movied, shopped, slept, visited and of course played slots on the computer and a casino in FLA. That memory is something that is etched in my memory forever and that made such an impression especially during our time she came to me during one of many evening plans and on our vacation with tears and a big hug(something she seldon let people know existed) thanking me for being more than just her friend over the years and what I had given her and how grateful & thankful she was to have had the opportunity to be in my life and what I had given HER over the years was like a daughter to her, almost as if she knew she wasn't coming back! Something I am truly blessed and grateful to have had the blessings of spending and having the opportunity to spend her last days of "Driving Ms Ellie" to Naples, Florida and throughout my life, Thank Ellie, My Friend, for YOU, I'll truly, truly Miss YOU! I hope my mom now enjoys Your friendship! PS. I put a deck of cards to go with you, have fun, see you when I get there Girl!
Juanita and Basil Willett
October 11, 2008
OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU--Basil and I are so sorry to hear that your mother has passed way. Ellie and I worked together in the Desert Shadows front office and I always enjoyed her, very much. While she could be very serious, she was a very fun person and very talented. We, also, so appreciated her stopping to visit us in Iowa, when she was driving her motor home back east and thanks to email, we have been able to stay in touch over the years. We have very fond memories of Ellie and our heartfelt sympathy is with you and yours. Warmest regards, Juanita Willett
b k
October 7, 2008
Today the angels are dancing ........ line dancing.
barbara koenig
October 1, 2008
I remember all the vacations we went on, and all the places that we saw. I know how diligently you saved and planned each year so that we could spend that week away from our city streets. I remember, even then, realizing that our friends didn't get those "extras". I remember how we as children, scoffed at the historical places and 'educational' aspects of those trips; and how in later years I came to value those experiences, that even now, when people speak of places they are going or have just seen, most often I can say "I have been there". I remember the symphonies in the parks, and the theatre plays and the ballets and the classical records at home. I know well how much you gave to teach us there was more to life than the everyday. I am so grateful for everytime you told me to go outside or to read a book. My world was wide because you opened my mind beyond the narrow street and three feet of grass where we lived. You always said I could go anywhere and do anything. I hold onto YOUR courage, even now.
BILL MERKLING
September 28, 2008
FROM YOUR FRIENDS IN SYR, NY. & IN AZ. YOUR DANCING PARTNER WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER WHAT YOU TOUGHT HIM. I HOPE I HAD YOUR LAST WALTZ.
Ma's 65th Birthday w/Claire, Jack & Ed
September 27, 2008
Ma & Suzy (Colman) Bryant - October 2001
September 27, 2008
Sara Mallett
September 24, 2008
Sorry to hear of your dear mother's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family members.
Ellie's Yearbook Photo - 1947
September 23, 2008
Barbara Koenig
September 23, 2008
I remember sunny days, when I played on the back porch and the back hall door and the kitchen door were open. You were in the kitchen, I called to you and you said - "Don't call me Mummy, my mother used to say - I am still alive and kickin' ". I remember challenging you over and over to a race unitl you finally gave in. I was so sure I could beat you, You held my hand and ran down Argyle Street, and my feet flew up and out behind me as you sped along. I remember sitting on the side of your bed, with your arms around me, Diane on the ther side, while you taught us to sing - He's Got the Whole World in His Hands; This Land is your Land. I remember acting as if I was dying of a bad smell and how you laughed so much at my dramatics. I remember all these good things when I was barely more than I baby. This was only the beginning of all your love.
Uncle Ed, Ma and Uncle Jack in front (1930's)
September 23, 2008
David Morgan
September 23, 2008
Nana, I'm sorry I did not know you better. One of the many things I respected about you was the fact of your brutal honesty no matter who it upset. Through this sudden event I learned a lot. Though your exterior was hard, I see your heart was very soft. Your infectious smile will shine down in everyone's memories. My vow to you is I will take care of Kristine and our beautiful daughter Keira. We will be sure to keep you immortalized through light-hearted conversation and even silly banter as Kristine tells me some stories about growing up with her Nana.
You will be forever loved.
Christmas 2006 (Keira with her Great Grandmother)
September 23, 2008
Kathleen Prizzio
September 23, 2008
Ma, this seems like a dream. You promised to live into your 90's. You were so full of life and you still had so many people you needed to meet and places you needed to go. I miss you so much; the pain is almost too much. I'll cherish the memories we've shared. Thank you for being my friend, my mother. I love you.
Christmas 2006 (Kristine, Kathleen, Ellie & Keira)
September 22, 2008
Ellie in 1951 with her Mom, Grandmother, son John & daughter Kathleen
September 22, 2008
Kristine Prizzio
September 22, 2008
Nana, I will never forget you. You will be loved forever. I know you will be watching over Keira and myself. You left this earth too soon. I have so many wonderful memories that I will share with her. Thanksgiving will never be the same without you there. But your spirit will always have a place at the dinner table. Anytime I play Bingo or Tetris I will be thinking about you.
I think the best memory I have is whenever you came down to the house in Everett, mom and dad always had to buy 2 boxes of Cheez-Its, one for us and one for you. I love you with all my heart. I will cherish our moments for the rest of eternity.
Hugs and Kisses <3<3<3
Betty (Colman) Frauenfelder
September 19, 2008
Although we lived miles apart my wonderful memories of Eleanor will always have a warm place in my heart.
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